How Much Does it Cost To Apostille A Document In South Africa

How Much Does it Cost To Apostille A Document In South Africa

Apostille / Authentication / Attestation fees
Apostille/Authentication
DIRCO (Pretoria)
R875
per document
~4-6 weeks
(by DIRCO appointment)
Apostilled SA qualification
(includes SAQA and DIRCO)
R2,250
Estimated timing
~4-8 weeks
Apostilled SA medical certificate
(includes HPCSA and DIRCO)
R2,250~4-6 weeks
Estimated timing
Notarizations
(by a notary public)
R950
per page
1-2 working days
(in person)
Certifications
(by Commissioner of Oaths)
R500
per page
1 working day
Embassy attestations
Read here: Attestations
Both service and embassy fees vary – please enquire1-6 weeks (depends on country)

How do I apostille a document in South Africa?

Depending on the type of documentation, you may first have to get the documentation stamped/signed by the appropriate department or institution; by a magistrate, an additional magistrate or assistant magistrate; or a registrar or an assistant registrar of the High Court of South Africa before the Legalisation Section.

How do I get my documents Apostilled?

Steps involved in Document Apostille Process:

Notary Attestation: The primary step in the authentication of the educational and personal documents is getting them certified by the Notary

Home Department Attestation

HRD Attestation

SDM Attestation

Chamber of Commerce Attestation

MEA Attestation.

Who is allowed to Apostille documents?

There is only one place in South Africa that can Apostille documents and that is the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) in Pretoria.

How long is an Apostille valid South Africa?

(These documents are only valid for a period of six (6) months from the date of issue.) Important: The Department of Home Affairs confirmed that the Letter of No Impediments (marital status) are issued, stamped, and signed by the authorized official at the Head Office of the Department of Home Affairs only.